Real had no problem to beat Zenit in Russia with 86-71. Pablo Laso's team are in an incredible six wins in a row.

At this point, according to the bookmakers, Real are the first favourite to win the league.

In the Spanish Liga Endesa, Real lost at Zaragoza with 84-97. It was obvious, that they were tired.

The captain, Llull is doubtful.

Valencia lost at Belgrade from Crvena Zvevda with 76-73. That was the first defeat after three wins in a row.

It is obvious, that the Spanish side plays much better basketball, than they did the first two months of the season.

In the Spanish league, they easily beat Obradoiro with 86-76.

However, they are not in the play off zone so far.

In the 7 Euroleague games between the two teams, Real has four wins, while Valencia has won three times.

Let's take a look at main and special odds markets offered at bet365 website :

• FullTime Result: 1.15(Real Madrid) - 5.75(Valencia)
• Over/Under 162.5 points : 1.90 (Over) - 1.90 (Under)
• Race to 20 points: 1.41(Real Madrid) - 2.75(Zalgiris)

*bet365 odds as offered at  05/10, 15:00CET (subject to change without prior notice) | 18+, T&Cs Apply, BeGambleAware.org

Walter Tavares and Bojan Dubljevic are two big men who will be the protagonists of an intense duel in the paint on Thursday.

Tavares is the starting center for Real and has averaged 5.3 points and 6.1 rebounds in his 11 appearances.

Dubljevic, a Valencia hero and fan-favorite, has been worth 13.5 points, 6.9 boards and 1.5 assists.

The duel between these two players will be one of the highlights of this clash.